Moises
Moises is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Drawn out of the water, or son.
Origin and history
Moises is the Spanish form of Moses, derived from the Hebrew name Moshe, traditionally understood to mean 'drawn out of the water'. It has long been used in Spanish-speaking cultures and is widely recognized in the United States. Its usage remains steady and classic among parents seeking a traditional biblical name.
Popularity in the United States
31,345 babies in the United States have been named Moises since 1880. It ranks #669 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #534.
States where it is most popular
- CA (38.6 %)
- TX (20.7 %)
- NY (6.9 %)
- FL (5.2 %)
- IL (4.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 6 |
| 1900-1910 | 13 |
| 1910-1920 | 91 |
| 1920-1930 | 290 |
| 1930-1940 | 293 |
| 1940-1950 | 305 |
| 1950-1960 | 495 |
| 1960-1970 | 892 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,908 |
| 1980-1990 | 3,148 |
| 1990-2000 | 5,892 |
| 2000-2010 | 8,395 |
| 2010-2019 | 6,364 |
| 2020-2029 | 3,253 |
Famous people named Moises
- Moises Alou: Baseball Player
- Moises Arias: Actor
Fun facts
- Moises is the direct Spanish equivalent of the biblical Hebrew name Moshe.
- The name has maintained a steady presence in the U.S. top 1000 boy names for decades due to its strong cultural roots.